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Government of Canada Invests in Arts, Culture, and Heritage in New Brunswick

FREDERICTON, NEW BRUNSWICK--(Marketwire - Aug. 6, 2009) - The Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, today announced a million dollars in funding for 52 arts, culture, and heritage organizations in New Brunswick. The announcement was made at the Fredericton Playhouse in the presence of representatives of the organizations that will benefit from this funding, as well as other members of the arts community.

"Our Government understands the role arts and culture play in creating strong communities, a strong identity, and a prosperous economy," said Minister Moore. "Today's announcement means more festivals, community events, art exhibitions, and theatrical performances will be enjoyed throughout New Brunswick this year."

"This funding not only provides opportunities for emerging and professional local artists and artisans to express their creativity, it also allows the rich and diverse culture of our beautiful province-celebrating its 225th birthday this year-to be more widely shared," said the Honourable Keith Ashfield, Minister of State (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency) and Member of Parliament (Fredericton).

"Financial support from the Government of Canada plays a vital role in the Playhouse's ability to present world-class artists on our stage," said Tim Years, Executive Director of the Fredericton Playhouse. "Fredericton audiences have the ability to experience some of Canada's and the world's finest artists through the participation of the federal government in our @theplayhouse program."

The Fredericton Playhouse, a major presenting organization in New Brunswick, is one of the recipients of the funding announced today for its Spotlight series.

The Arts Presentation Canada (http://www.pch.gc.ca/pgm/pac-apc/index-eng.cfm) program of the Department of Canadian Heritage gives Canadians increased access to the diversity and richness of Canada's culture through professional arts festivals, presentations of live professional performances, and other artistic experiences.

2. Projects funded under Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage

The Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage(http://www.pch.gc.ca/pgm/dcap-bcah/index-eng.cfm) program of theDepartment of Canadian Heritage provides Canadians with more opportunitiesto take part in activities that present local arts and culture andcelebrate local history and heritage.

The Museums Assistance Program(http://www.pch.gc.ca/pgm/pam-map/index-eng.cfm) of the Department ofCanadian Heritage provides funding to Canadian museums and relatedinstitutions for projects that foster excellence in museum activities andthat facilitate access to the treasures of our collective heritage.